Counselor

Sheri Blue, LCSW, CADC I

An alumna of Portland State University, Sheri Blue is a licensed
clinical social worker (LCSW), who has earned certificates in both
alcohol and drug counseling (CADC I) and in gerontology.

Sheri's clients seek her support in addressing anxiety, depression,
addiction, and in responding to significant life changes. In addition,
as a witness to the trauma that may be caused by motor vehicle
accidents, Sheri offers counseling to treat the emotional injuries that
can result from such an experience.

Understanding that individuals in any circumstances may find
themselves both emotionally and behaviorally stuck, Sheri believes
counseling can help clients free themselves from old beliefs and
patterns. To this end, she encourages those with whom she works to
identify and implement changes that will aid them in breaking old
habits and creating the life they want to live.

Collaborative, nonjudgmental, and warm, Sheri utilizes
a strengths-based, client-centered approach. Her work draws from
psychodynamic theory, control mastery, motivational interviewing,
stages of change theory, and the mindfulness model. She continues to
study Hakomi and EMDR (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing).
A longtime member of Hawthorne Wellness Center, she collaborates with
practitioners in other modalities and, when needed, refers clients for
alternative and traditional care.

When not working with clients, Sheri keeps busy with her friends,
her family, and her home. She has a bachelor's degree in literature and
likes to read, write, knit, and work out.

Sheri is also a licensed massage therapist. More information about
her massage practice can be found at the HWC massage page. Additional
information about her counseling practice can be found at
sheriblue.com.